How Knitting is Beneficial for Your Health

20 minutes a day of knitting, lowers the blood pressure and lowers the heart rate.

Knitting is known to lower blood pressure, reduce stress, aid in dealing with life altering illnesses and those living with the devastating effects of cancer, many school districts are incorporating knitting into their curriculum, not only for the health benefits but to incorporate creativity and improve math skills. Knitting allows children to share activities with parents and grandparents, thus inviting conversation, laughter, community and creativity in a communal atmosphere - in addition, many studies have shown how knitting has enable those living with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and ADHD to focus in classrooms while listening to instructors, teachers and professors. Knitting101.org has added goals of knitting for soldiers and military families (in an effort of our giving back, for the many sacrifices these brave men and women had had to endure), working with wounded warriors (especially amputees) in developing knitting patterns and garments, and working within disadvantage communities domestically and abroad...

There are extensive research studies -- currently being carriedout, in which knitting has shown evidence of bringing positive benefit to thosehaving to live with dementia and Alzheimer's. In which, the disease has showsome evidence of receding, with knitting (the same results can be achievedthrough playing a piano and or learning and speaking a second of thirdlanguage).

It seems with knitting, playing the piano and or learning asecond, third or more languages, the synaptic nerves are the results and thisalone seems to make a tremendous difference.

Knitting is well documented for reducing the blood pressure and heart-rate. it is a phenomenal way in which to socialize with those who enjoy working with the fibre arts, you might meet people who think as you and you may meet others who may not share your interests, but we all always have fun together, sharing in enjoyable conversations.

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nAcross from 1701 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, call for hours, 202-285-8044 or classes@knitting101.org. Keep looking for new location coming soon, near Dupont Circle and at Eastern Market - call: 202-285-8044 or email: classes@knitting101.org for class times and any questions. - have a knitterrific day!!!